After the Fourth Angel was destroyed by Unit-01 in such an irrational and violent manner, Tokyo-3 fell into a brief and strange calm.
Osiris II remained hidden in the shadows of the city, but he did not let his guard down, continuing to collect various data after the war: assessment reports on the damaged areas of the city, communication traffic within NERV, and the reactions of ordinary people in the shelters.
These information streams, along with the Angel attack patterns and EVA combat data he had previously recorded, especially the abnormal readings during Unit-01's berserk state, were all incorporated into his consciousness for systematic sorting and analysis.
Almost simultaneously, a clear consciousness link was established through the dimensional communicator, connecting him in the EVA world with his original body at the base in the Death World.
"Preliminary observation has been completed." Osiris II transmitted the information summary through the consciousness link: "The target 'Angel' and its opposing weapon 'EVA' have been confirmed."
Its defensive 'AT force field' and technological integration mode are of great research value.
However, the EVA system, especially in its 'berserk' state, exhibits uncontrollable biological instincts and destructiveness, necessitating an increase in its threat level.
The entity responded steadily and swiftly, accompanied by a stream of processed data: "Data received. Related information matched."
This stream of information contained background information about a work called "Neon Genesis Skyhawk Warriors" originating from the time traveler's memories.
These memories are not detailed technical files, but rather a highly summarized intelligence summary covering core concepts, the fates of key figures, and a potential global crisis (known as the "Human Instrumentality Project").
"Based on this background information," the entity's consciousness continued, "this world is heading towards some kind of end. The technology is of extremely high value, but the risks of directly seizing it by force are unknown. A strategy of contact is recommended, utilizing information superiority."
"Agreed to the assessment." Osiris II quickly integrated the background information from the main body with the empirical evidence he had witnessed firsthand. "NERV's regular power is not a concern, but EVA, especially its berserk form, has a power level comparable to a small Titan, and its behavior is difficult to predict."
Direct conflict is not the optimal solution. I will use information as leverage to try and establish contact.
"Approved. Prioritize obtaining the AT field technology principles and Angel sample data. Maintain communication and report progress regularly." The entity's instructions were clear.
"Clear."
The connection of consciousness was not interrupted, but the active exchange of information came to a temporary halt, transitioning to a state of continuous silent monitoring.
Based on this more comprehensive understanding, Osiris II began to re-plan his next move. He was no longer a completely blind observer, but a potential intervener holding key intelligence.
He needed to find a suitable entry point, an opportunity that would force NERV to acknowledge his existence, to launch this technology acquisition operation under the guise of "cooperation".
Combining firsthand combat data with background information transmitted from the main body, Osiris II conducted a more in-depth assessment of the value of the observed target.
He paid special attention to the performance of the AT field.
This ability to materialize the power of consciousness into a physical barrier operates in a way that is fundamentally different from any energy shield he knows.
In the Warhammer universe, the Psionic Shield relies on warp energy, the Tech Shield is based on the principle of energy fields, while the AT Field seems to act directly on the spatial structure itself, involving deeper rules of reality.
If its principles can be deciphered, it could not only create more stable personal protective equipment, but also bring about a breakthrough in the Starship Shield system.
More importantly, this defense mechanism based on the "wall of the mind" may offer a completely new approach to combating mental pollution in the subspace.
The biomechanical fusion technology exhibited by the EVA unit is also extremely valuable.
The biological instincts and explosive power displayed by Unit-01 in its berserk state demonstrate the enormous potential of this technological approach.
Although it currently exhibits considerable danger, its perfect combination of biological tissue and mechanical structure, especially the release of potential beyond conventional limitations, has important reference value for gene seed optimization research and biological weapon development.
He noted the damage recovery trend exhibited by Unit-01 during the battle, which, although incomplete, demonstrated the potential self-repair capabilities of this type of technology.
The Angels, as subjects of study, should not be overlooked.
The way these bioweapons operate with their energy cores, their near-infinite energy supply mechanisms, and the fact that they also control AT fields all point to an energy system that has not yet been understood.
Analyzing the core operating principles of the Angels may reveal the special manifestations of certain fundamental physical rules of this universe.
These findings made him realize that a more proactive intervention strategy was necessary.
Simple observation is no longer sufficient to meet the needs of research, but direct forceful seizure may lead to uncontrollable consequences.
He needs to find a balance that allows him to gain deep access to these technologies while keeping the risks within an acceptable range.
However, high value is often accompanied by high risk.
The shared memory information clearly indicates that this world is sliding towards an unknown outcome known as the "Human Instrumentality Project," which could lead to the end of the current human form.
NERV is far more complex than it appears to be, an Earth defense agency; it harbors extremely complicated and dangerous objectives.
This means that simply observing may ultimately lead to missing opportunities to acquire key technologies, or getting caught up in uncontrollable global events.
Using force, with the equipment and power carried by the second clone, to forcibly storm NERV headquarters and seize technical data and samples is one option.
In Osiris' II assessment, NERV's conventional defense capabilities posed no real threat to him.
Those security personnel and conventional weapons were utterly ineffective against the Terminator power armor and the superhuman abilities of the Space Marines.
However, the existence of EVA, especially its illogical destructive power in its berserk state, is a variable that must be taken seriously.
The wild power that Unit-01 displayed when it went berserk, tearing apart the AT field and shattering the Angel's core, made Osiris II feel a clear threat.
It is a danger that is difficult to fully predict with existing data. Its biological nature and its deep connection with the pilot (especially individuals like Shinji Ikari whose mental state is extremely unstable) make any direct conflict potentially trigger uncontrollable consequences.
It would be extremely unwise to confront it rashly before fully understanding its berserk mechanics and power ceiling.
In addition, the main body's memories also mention other EVA units (Unit-00 and Unit-02) as well as many more Angels with different forms and abilities.
With intelligence not yet fully clear and no support from the rear in this world, the cost and uncertainty of adopting a strong offensive strategy are too high.